Sullivan Fire Dist. Promotes

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•November 22, 2017• With the future retirement of Asst. Chief Arlon Long of the Sullivan Fire Department, the opening was filled by candidate Matthew Cummings. This open position has also created the need for promotions within the Sullivan Fire Department. Shannon Miller has moved to an open captain’s position that was caused by the promotion of Larry Edwards to the asst. chief’s position. Edwards is currently working as the interim asst. chief until the official retirement of asst. chief Long on December 15 at which time Edwards will become the official asst. chief of the Sullivan Fire Protection District. Miller … Read More

County Observes Bicentennial

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•November 22, 2017• Moultrie County joins the Illinois bicentennial celebration with an 11:45 a.m., Dec. 4 flag raising ceremony on the courthouse lawn. This commemorating opening ceremony of the state’s 200th celebration of statehood begins with presentation of the colors by the Sullivan American Legion Post 68 Honor Guard. The Pledge of Allegiance and Star Spangled Banner will be given. County board chairman Dave McCabe will read the proclamation of statehood at noon followed by the raising of the Bicentennial Flag of Illinois by the Honor Guard. The state song will be played during the flag raising. Pastor Don Lusk … Read More

Santa Workshop Benefits Dove

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•November 22, 2017• Santa’s Workshop is a fundraiser for Dove’s Moultrie County Domestic Violence Program. Join in the family fun at Santa’s Workshop, 10:00 a.m-3:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2, at the American Legion located at 8 East Strain Street in Sullivan. Santa will be present for pictures and visits before and after the city parade. There will be a bake sale for holiday goodies to take home and a 50/50 drawing. Many items will be available during the silent auction. Along with visiting Santa, there will be crafting fun for the kids, including crafting tables to make items to take … Read More

Oh Brother: One Giant Step Backwards for Mankind

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•November 22, 2017• By Mike Brothers Thanksgiving was always special for Oh Brother. Being born on Thanksgiving Day in 1952 has carried with it burden and confusion. The burden of being born on a floating holiday means no one ever remembers your birthday. Even though it occurs on Nov. 27 every year the movement of Thanksgiving Day from date to date makes the birthday elusive to say the least. Last year the 27th was on Sunday, and Cindy Clore treated me to a concert of two of my favorite performers Jackson Browne and Bonnie Raitt. This involved a 2000 mile … Read More

Getting Covered Help Hits Sullivan

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•November 22, 2017• By Ellen Ferrera for the News Progress Getting insurance coverage help was offered in Sullivan last week to aid those seeking health plans. Michael Bitkinn from the Illinois Department of Insurance was at the Titus Memorial Library Wed., Nov. 15 to inform people of insurance plans available online at GetCoveredIllinois.gov. “Many uninsured Illinoisans will qualify for low-cost or free coverage. You might also qualify for discounts on costs beyond what your insurance company will pay,” according to Bitkinn. “You can no longer be denied insurance because of pre-existing conditions.” … Read More

Circuit Clerk Brings State Honor to Moultrie County

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•November 22, 2017• By Mike Brothers Moultrie County Circuit Clerk Cindy Braden was named Illinois’ County Official of the Year at the annual conference in Peoria Nov. 13-15. Braden was surprised not only by the award but the way her family kept the secret and attended the event at the Pere Marquette Hotel. “I was shocked,” Braden said, explaining that since a circuit clerk had won the previous year, she figured it would go to another office holder. She was selected among four state officials nominated for the honor. Braden learned that the fellow clerk who had nominated her had … Read More

Recent Obituaries: Joyce E. Marquis

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Joyce E. Marquis Joyce E. Marquis, 82, of Lovington, passed away, 5:50 a.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at Mason Point, Sullivan. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 18, 2017, at McMullin-Young Funeral Home, Lovington. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service, at the funeral home in Lovington, the family requests casual attire. Burial will be in Keller Cemetery, Lovington. Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. Joyce was born February 10, 1935, in Kennett, MO, the daughter of Finis and Ruth J. (Moore) Bailey. She married John G. Marquis, Jr. on February 14, 1955, … Read More

Obituaries 11-15-2017: Robert Anzelc

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Robert Anzelc Robert J. Anzelc, 70, of Bethany passed away Nov. 11, 2017 in his residence with his family by his side. In keeping with Bob’s wishes, no formal service will be held, and cremation rites will be accorded. Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home in Mt. Zion is assisting the family with arrangements. … Read More